Respiratory Therapist (RT)

Saint Joseph Rehabilitation and Nursing Center; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

401(k) retirement plan with company 1:

Earned sick time

Monthly Employee Recognition program

Free onsite parking

Employee Referral Bonus

Job summary

Saint Joseph Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in Dorchester/Boston, MA, seeks a strong Respiratory Therapist (RT) to administer respiratory therapy for long-term and skilled nursing residents. The RT will set up equipment, monitor patient responses, and collaborate with the healthcare team to optimize outcomes.

The role requires a current MA RT license and graduation from an accredited respiratory therapy program.

Qualifications

• Current and valid Respiratory Therapist license issued by the MA Board of Respiratory Care.
• Working knowledge of computers; PCC experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Administer respiratory therapy per physician prescription for long term care residents.
• Set up and operate equipment to deliver prescribed parameters (volume, O2, temp, nebulizers).
• Monitor patient response via vital signs and consult physician if adverse reactions.
• Inspect and test equipment; arrange repairs as needed.

Skills

Respiratory Therapist license

Computer literacy

PCC experience

Education

Accredited Respiratory Therapy program

Tools

Point Click Care (PCC)

Job description

St. Joseph Rehabilitation and Nursing Center has a great opportunity available for a strong and experienced Respiratory Therapist (RT). We are a Joint Commission Accredited, American Healthcare Association Bronze Medal Award-winning, short-term rehab, long term, and skilled nursing care community. We are conveniently located in Dorchester/Boston, MA.

This is a great, 24-hour per week opportunity.

Qualifications Of The Respiratory Therapist (RT)

• Applicants must have a current and valid license as a Respiratory Therapist issued by the Massachusetts Board of Respiratory Care
• Needs to have working knowledge of computers. Experience with Point Click Care (PCC) is a plus.

Required Education

• Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program.

Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities Include:

• The Respiratory Therapist administers respiratory therapy to long term care residents with abnormalities and deficiencies of the cardiopulmonary system according to physician prescription.
• Operate and set up equipment to ensure specified parameters of treatment such as volume, oxygen concentration, and/or temperature, nebulizers, and/or compressors.
• Monitor patient response to therapy via vital signs. Consult with physician in event of adverse reaction.
• Inspect and test respiratory therapy equipment to ensure it is functioning safely and efficiently. Order repairs when needed.
• Perform staff and patient education. Demonstrate respiratory care procedures to trainees.
• Review prescription and patient information to assess patient condition and determine requirements for treatment. Determine suitable treatment administration and modifications that may be needed, compatible with physician orders.
• Maintain accurate prescribed patient records and documentation.
• In collaboration with the healthcare team, develops and implements an appropriate care plan based on patient assessment by utilizing standards of care to optimize patient outcomes.
• Work efficiently as a team member both within and across clinical settings to provide quality service through communication, cooperation, and collaboration.
• Demonstrates competence, including knowledge and behaviors, to meet age specific patient needs in a specialty area.

We offer a great benefit program including:

• Competitive rates- above industry standard.
• Weekly pay! Every Thursday.
• 401(k) Retirement Planning with Company Match.
• Earned sick time up to forty hours per year.
• Monthly Employee Recognition program
• Free onsite parking
• Employee Referral Bonus

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